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Australian shares fell on Tuesday as weak commodity prices hurt mining and gold stocks, while rising crude oil prices heightened inflation worries and reinforced expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate hike. The S&P/ASX 200 index fell 0.5% to 8,709.6, as of 0005 GMT. The benchmark ended 0.1% higher on Monday. The Middle East conflict-linked surge in oil prices has resurfaced inflation worries, with investors raising their bets on an interest rate hike at the Fed’s next meeting on Wednesday. Traders are pricing in a 90% chance that the Fed will raise interest rates by 25 basis points at its upcoming policy meeting to fight inflation related to high oil prices, according to CME’s FedWatch. Australia will hold its next rate decision meeting at the end of this month, where some economists expect rates to be hiked by 25 bps to 4.60%. On the bourse, the mining sub-index fell 2.2% to its lowest level since early August, declining for a fourth straight session as iron ore and copper prices hit a three-week low. Top players BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue dipped between 1% and 2.5%. Gold miners hit a near four-week low, plunging 2.7% after prices of the precious metal fell to a more than one

ING strategists Warren Patterson and Ewa Manthey say Gold has slipped as higher Oil prices stoke inflation concerns and reinforce expectations of a potential Federal Reserve rate hike, lifting Treasury yields and the US Dollar.

Silver price (XAG/USD) is marginally lower to near $63.14 during the European trading session on Tuesday. The white metal remains under pressure as investors shift their focus to the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) monetary policy announcement on Wednesday.

Crude oil prices have extended their earlier gains into this week, with little chance of reversing course as the war in the Middle East expands and desire for a peaceful resolution seems to wane, as global oil stocks continue shrinking. Inflation is creeping up. Recession fears are back. It may just be a matter of time. Diesel prices in the United States have gained some 60% since late February, the Wall Street Journal reported at the end of last week. It was the same week when diesel prices hit an all-time high of $6 per gallon, sparking those…

By Money Metals Exchange - September 15, 2026 Economist Daniel Lacalle joined Mike Maharrey on the Money Metals Podcast to discuss the latest European Central Bank rate hike, the Federal Reserve’s upcoming September meeting, persistent inflation, sovereign debt, and what the environment means...

The Japanese Yen (JPY) is showing a moderately softer tone against the US Dollar (USD) this week, with all eyes on the monetary policy decisions bu¡y the US Federal Reserve (Fed) and the Bank of Japan (BoJ), due later this week.

India's retail inflation reached 4.8% in August, its highest level since January. Wholesale inflation also climbed to 9.9%, driven by fuel and manufactured goods. Food inflation increased to 6%, with rural areas experiencing higher price pressures. Economists anticipate further inflation and potential interest rate hikes by the Reserve Bank of India. The central bank's next monetary policy meeting is scheduled for October.

Hong Kong employers’ hiring sentiment rebounded sharply in the fourth quarter, with far fewer companies expecting to cut jobs as confidence improved alongside stronger economic growth, according to a ManpowerGroup survey. The international human resources firm said the city’s seasonally adjusted net employment outlook rose to 14 per cent, up by 23 percentage points from minus 9 per cent in the third quarter of this year. The outlook is calculated by subtracting the percentage of employers...

Mumbai: A likely rate hike by the US Federal Reserve coupled with elevated crude oil prices could intensify inflationary pressures and constrain the policy...

LAHORE/ISLAMABAD: The business community on Monday gave a mixed response to the State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) decision to keep the policy rate unchanged at 11.5 per cent, with some backing the move while others called for further cuts to revive investment and industrial activity. The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has expressed disappointment over the decision of the SBP’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to maintain the policy rate at 11.5pc, saying trade and industry are in dire need of some breathing space amid the current stagnation-prone economic environment. The apex trade body has termed the decision as highly contractionary and counterproductive — warning that holding the benchmark interest rate at an oppressive level will continue to severely stifle economic activity and undermine industrial revival efforts across the country. “Monetary policy was the only, but potent, tool available to the authorities to provide some relief at the moment, but it remained unutilised,” it added. FPCCI President Atif Ikram Sheikh said the business community had demanded a reduction in the policy rate to single-digit to help bring down the exorbitant cost of

The sell-off in U.S. government debt is deepening as investors increasingly price in an interest rate hike this week.

South Africa’s shrinking refining capacity cost the economy about R76 billion ($4.68 billion) in additional refined petroleum imports between 2021 read more Refinery closures cost South Africa $4.68bn, 5,400 jobs

Surging crude prices have raised concern about inflationary pressures in the countdown to the US Fed decision

The Euro (EUR) is down 0.12% at around 1.1535 against the US Dollar (USD) in the early European trading session on Tuesday.

Morgan Stanley Turns More Hawkish Forecasts Two FED Hikes ECB Move

Private sector wage growth remains at lows not seen in nearly six years in a sign that Britain’s labour market is weakening further ahead of a crunch interest rate decision for the Bank of England on Thursday. New data has shown that the wider UK jobs market cooled further over the summer, adding to a [...]

Latest snapshot on employment comes ahead of Bank of England meeting this week

Morgan Stanley turns more hawkish, forecasts two Fed hikes and ECB move

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ECB policymakers agree: Inflation in Eurozone to remain high amid energy crisis fxstreet.com

The UK jobs market stayed weak with vacancies at a four-year low and pay growth steady, according to data published two days before the Bank of England is expected to keep interest rates on hold despite mounting inflation pressure from the Iran war.

‘Prolonged uncertainty’ over leadership change could undermine trust at the monetary authority, staff committee warns

Proposed changes to the NRB Bill threaten monetary stability and regulatory independence.

Opinion | Raising interest rates will curb inflation and maintain Fed credibility The Washington Post

Kuwait’s Non-Oil Economy Records Increase – How It Can Keep the Momentum Going Business Matters

Thailand has relatively low inflation, strong external finances and an accommodative monetary policy.

Hong Kong’s first five-year plan will include both binding and aspirational targets, the city’s leader has said, stressing that the long-term blueprint will not signal a move towards a planned economy. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu also revealed on Tuesday that the plan, which will be unveiled alongside his annual policy address the following day, would feature a blue cover symbolising “blue skies”, openness, progress and steadiness. “There will be indicators which are binding and indicators...

Experts call for a strategic overhaul of Willingdon Island’s infrastructure to improve cargo handling, diversify port activities, and boost economic growth, stressing the urgency of optimizing resources and creating sustainable jobs.

September inflation expected to rise to 5.7%, near ⁠the RBI's 6% upper tolerance limit

By Babajide Komolafe The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has received the Nigerian Economic Society’s (NES) Distinguished Organisation Award in recognition of its institutional reforms and contributions to Nigeria’s macroeconomic stability and economic development. The award was presented at the 67th Annual Conference of the NES, held in Abuja from September 7 to 10, 2026. […] The post CBN bags NES Award for economic reforms appeared first on Vanguard News.

La Réserve fédérale devrait relever les taux d’intérêt d’un quart de point de pourcentage lors de sa réunion cette semaine, selon un sondage Reuters d’économistes publié lundi qui marque un net revirement par rapport au consensus de la semaine dernière. Quatre-vingt-six des 101 économistes interrogés après le rapport sur l’inflation de vendredi — une majorité […]

Amid pressure from the U.S., chronic yen weakness and inflation, the Bank of Japan looks set to raise rates for the third time in less than 10 months.

Chief Executive John Lee said the city's first five-year plan would set out Hong Kong’s overall direction and long-term vision, adding that authorities would push reforms, create opportunities and ensure that everyone shares in the economic benefits. Lee will deliver both the five-year plan and the annual Policy Address on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters ahead of his weekly Executive Council meeting on Tuesday, Lee said the five-year plan would have a blue cover to symbolise openness, progress and stability, while the Policy Address would retain its green cover to represent continuity, vitality and hope. "The five-year plan is not a planned economy. It is a plan which tells us where the strategic directions are, where we are heading and which are the priority areas," he said. "And then It is a blueprint for us to implement in five years' time, so when we each year roll out policies, then we also have to ascertain priorities so that at the end of five years, we will reach certain goals." A special booklet featuring highlights of both documents would also be released, Lee added, to help the public better understand their contents. Its cover shows Victoria Harbour in the morning ligh

Une remontée des taux de 25 points de base s’annonce ce mercredi, mais la question du consensus au sein du comité de la Fed préoccupe davantage. Sans majorité solide, Kevin Warsh ne pourra pas agir fin octobre, à une semaine des élections de mi-mandat En théorie, il n’y a pas de suspens concernant la décision que prendra la Réserve fédérale américaine (Fed) mercredi: elle devrait relever ses taux d’intérêt. Les marchés en sont encore plus persuadés depuis la publication, vendredi, de l’indice des prix à la consommation en août, qui a progressé de 3,4% sur un an. Mais ce n’est pas le seul enjeu de cette réunion du comité de la Fed. Ce qui serait une première remontée des taux depuis juillet 2023 suffirait-elle pour combattre la hausse des prix ou lancerait-elle un nouveau cycle de resserrement monétaire, y compris juste avant les élections de mi-mandat du 3 novembre? A quel point le président de la Fed, Kevin Warsh, aura-t-il convaincu les autres membres du comité? Voir plus

Europe Shares Slip Banks Drag Oil Driven Inflation Fears Weigh

Inflation is spreading out from the energy sector into everyday items, keeping prices higher for longer across the economy.

Indian Central Bank Likely Intervenes Shield Rupee Oil Prices Climb Traders Say

Europe shares slip as banks drag, oil-driven inflation fears weigh Reuters

Europe shares slip as banks drag, oil-driven inflation fears weigh Yahoo Finance

NI economy: Long period of jobs growth may have ended, figures suggest BBC

Europe shares slip as banks drag, oil-driven inflation fears weigh

Elsősorban a közel-keleti konfliktus újbóli fellángolása és az amerikai kamatpályával kapcsolatos várakozások alakulása nyomja rá a bélyegét a tőzsdei hangulatra. Tegnap is esést láthattunk a vezető indexeknél, ezt ma is további lejtmenet követi, miközben a Brent olaj ára már a hordónkénti 106 dolláros szint felett jár, a 10 éves amerikai állampapír hozama pedig 2007 óta nem látott csúcsra emelkedett, miután erősödtek a Fed kamatemelésével kapcsolatos várakozások. Ami a mai gazdasági adatokat illeti: Németországban délelőtt a ZEW gazdasági hangulatindex friss közlése érkezik, míg a tengerentúlon a szokásos munkaerőpiaci statisztikát közlik. Portfolio Investment Day konferenciánkon október 21-én. Jön az év egyik legnagyobb befektetési eseménye, ahol profi szakértők mondják el, mibe érdemes most befektetni. Regisztáció itt.

South Korea's AI Jobs Grow by 250,000, but 80% Concentrated in Seoul Metro Area; Employment Falls for Those in Their 20s finance.biggo.com

THE prime minister’s decision to subsidise petrol purchases for motorcycle and small-car owners is understandable amid consumer outcry against high fuel rates. But it is unlikely to offer much relief. The Rs75bn package may sound substantial but is barely a fraction of annual petrol sales. Its reach will be narrower because eligibility depends on conditions such as vehicle and SIM ownership. A monthly subsidy of Rs2,000 for motorcycles and Rs3,000 for small cars may help households, but cannot shield them from sustained global oil price increases. Nor does it assist those who rely on public transport. The question that arises is whether the government is trying to soften the political impact of another fuel price shock. The government must rethink the relief architecture. The BISP National Socio-Economic Registry already has a mechanism to target assistance by household income. Additional support through this system would be more equitable than subsidising a particular fuel purchase. Cash transfers are preferable because recipients can decide whether they need petrol, bus fare, food or another essential. Fuel subsidies make that choice for them and risk encouraging consumption of a

Oil is well past $80. Now economic managers must decide on tax relief

Finance minister nominee vows to tackle inflation, bolster economic recovery The Korea Herald

MALÉ: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will discuss with national oil company Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) a Maldivian proposal for oil exploration, as Malaysia looks to expand economic cooperation with the island nation.

Saudi Arabias Annual Inflation Rate Remains 18 Aug

TOKYO: Bonds slumped on Tuesday, sending benchmark 10-year US Treasury yields to their highest since 2007, as higher oil prices unsettled investors ahead of key central bank meetings in the US and Japan.

ECB reveals shortlisted designs for new banknotes and launches public survey